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FDA approves topical anticholinergic for primary axillary hyperhidrosis
Glycopyrronium, approved for children and adults ages 9 years and older, comes in a single-use cloth wipe applied once a day to both axillae.
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Bullae associated with pediatric human parvovirus B19 infection
Parvovirus is generally associated with a “slapped-cheek” appearance, with the appearance of bullae rare.
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Consider potty seats when you see contact dermatitis on toddler bottoms
The specific source of the allergen in the seats was not identified.
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Ozenoxacin is a novel treatment option for impetigo
Pediatric Dermatology Consult
Pediatric Dermatology Consult - July 2018
Frequently misdiagnosed, this inflammatory, superficial eruption of intertriginous skin most commonly affects infants and toddlers.
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Relapsing scabies? Nails may hold a clue
Nails can harbor mites, a potential source for scabies relapse.
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Impact of varicella vaccination on herpes zoster is not what was expected
MALMO, SWEDEN – Real-world data shoot down the exogenous boosting hypothesis.
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Early diagnosis, treatment key to prevent permanent baldness in tinea capitis
Wood’s light has limited accuracy when identifying Trichophyton tonsurans, which is responsible for the majority of tinea capitis cases...
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Allergies linked to autism spectrum disorder in children
The prevalence of food, respiratory, and skin allergy was greater in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Pediatric Dermatology Consult
Pediatric Dermatology Consult - June 2018
If unusual features make you suspect tinea, leprosy, mycosis fungoides, or other annular lesions, then biopsy can reveal the correct diagnosis.
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MDedge Daily News: Keeping patients summer safe
It’s time to start counseling on sunscreen, waterborne illness, and mosquito avoidance.